Shanghai (Pudong) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) (PVG–CTU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVG–CTU is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,059 miles in approximately 2h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 53 | 320, 321, 32Q, 359, 77F | 2h59-3h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 28 | 320, 359 | 3h20-3h45 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 21 | 321, 77W | 3h10-3h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| EU Chengdu Airlines | 14 | 320 | 3h25-3h35 | – | – | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 14 | 321, 359 | 3h20-3h30 | – | – | – |
| AF Air France | 7 | 359 | 3h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chengdu (Shuangliu) from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→CTU | SHA→CTU | NTG→CTU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 28 mi | 81 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 137 | 59 | 2 |
| Flight time | 2h 59m | 3h 25m | 3h |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · CTU: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu).
The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
PVG–CTU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to CTU
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Air France, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airlines. With 137 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to CTU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to CTU ranges from 2 hours 59 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,059 miles (1,704 km). There are approximately 137 weekly flights outbound and 119 return, totaling 256 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via YNT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA), Nantong (Tongzhou) (NTG) and Wuxi (WUX).